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Is it better to rent or buy housing in Australia?

AU Rent vs Buy 2026 (Full Pro + Share)

Key factors: Many more costs in buying; Transaction costs have a huge impact in shorter holding periods; Property appreciation (or lack thereof) is the biggest factor vs the Investment return you make otherwise. Use the New York Times: Is it better to Rent or Buy? Calculator to adjust the sliders and see which factors affect the outcome the most - then use this calculator to focus on those

1. Purchase Details

2. Ongoing Ownership Costs

3. Market Assumptions

Calculating...
YrValueDebtEquity*ETF

*Net Equity: Value minus debt and sale commission/fees.

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